So Young, So Content

Having been adopted at six weeks
living in the countryside with parents anew
these early years pre-school were good
but went past so quickly time just flew

Though realising I've stammer afoot
but having no company so I'd cope
this suited me having me for company
all of this was bringing me hope

One thing I felt clearly at this time
as a child I had real contentment
this was so peaceful deep at heart
these days would be where I start

Having my own bedroom was cool
sitting there loving my toys
as an only child life was good
there on my own cause no noise

As I think back on these early days
sometimes wish that peace could return
but life changes moving on age to age
just as our weather moves rain to sun

(My favourite time in my life was probably was pre-school between one to five, this is my thoughts about that time.)
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Ranaweera  Avatar
August 8, 2020 at 1:24 PM
This great piece, with the writer’s true realization of the nature of life through years of personal experiences, enlightens us more poetically, indeed!!
Mcconnell Avatar
August 8, 2020 at 1:26 PM
Thanks Newton, Glad you enjoyed it and trust you are well and safe. Blessings, Gordon
Ball Avatar
August 3, 2020 at 12:51 PM
So many of us don't realize as we are growing up just how good we have it until we are adults and finally understand how much was just given to us. A great write Gordon. God Bless, JB
Mcconnell Avatar
August 3, 2020 at 1:35 PM
Thanks Judy for this lovely encouraging comment, what you say is so true. have a blessed day, Blessings, Gordon
Rose  Avatar
August 2, 2020 at 2:38 PM
We often hang on to those cherished memories, more as we grow old, they become the centering of our contentment, nicely written dear poet. Thank you for sharing .
Mcconnell Avatar
August 3, 2020 at 12:31 AM
Thanks Pixie, Glad you liked it and trust you're well and safe. Blessings, Gordon
Mishra Avatar
August 2, 2020 at 11:49 AM
Those are some innocent and touching memories that could be cherished forever. The good thing is that they'll stay with you. Beautifully penned Gordon. God bless you :)
Mcconnell Avatar
August 2, 2020 at 12:46 PM
Thanks Aditi, Glad you loved it and your lovely sentiments. Blessings, Gordon
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